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Chapter-06 Suturing Techniques

BOOK TITLE: Reconstructive Dermatologic Surgery

Author
1. Ortiz Arisa E
2. Jiang S Brian
3. Eilers Jr Robert Edwin
ISBN
9789351529415
DOI
10.5005/jp/books/14126_7
Edition
1/e
Publishing Year
2018
Pages
13
Author Affiliations
1. Dermatology Cosmetic and Laser Center, Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Wellman Center for Photomedicine, San Diego, California, USA, University of California, San Diego, CA, USA
2. University of California, San Diego, California, USA
3. Riverchase Dermatology Naples, FL, USA
Chapter keywords
Suturing technique, deep dermal suture, interrupted buried dermal suture, buried vertical mattress suture, buried butterfly suture, pulley suture, running epidermal suture, epidermal suture

Abstract

This chapter provides a comprehensive review of both the preoperative and operative considerations given toward proper suture selection and technique. Proper suturing technique is essential during the repair of surgical defects to prevent postoperative complications and to maximize wound healing and cosmetic outcomes. Deep dermal sutures, interrupted buried dermal suture, buried vertical mattress suture, buried butterfly suture, pulley sutures, epidermal sutures, and running epidermal sutures are various types of suture techniques, which are also provided in this chapter. Loading the needle, handling the needle and suture, handling the tissue, and the simple instrument tie are other important topics of this chapter, which are also discussed. 18 well-colored figures are also presented in this chapter.

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